Sferalp SA

What Sferalp SA does

Sferalp SA is a Swiss dietary supplement company founded in 2019 as a spin-off of Micro Sphere SA, headquartered in Monteggio, Canton Ticino. The company operates with a seven-person team and runs two complementary business lines: a direct-to-consumer e-commerce catalogue (sferalp.com) selling liposomal supplements under the Sundalp brand and sports nutrition under the Sundalp Performance brand, and a B2B formulation and contract manufacturing service for nutraceutical companies. With over 20 years of inherited formulation expertise, the company's technological foundation is the patented Sundalp Lipid Dispersion Technology (Italian patent 102022000002549 granted February 2024), a self-emulsifying system using sunflower lecithin and vegetable triglycerides that forms multilayered lipid dispersions in water or gastric juices to improve absorption of fat-soluble extracts. Two complementary technologies, DISSOLIDA (powdered format for capsules or sachets) and SEFO (self-emulsifying formulated oil for soft or hard gelatin capsules), extend the company's IP portfolio. Sferalp is FSSC 22000 certified (GFSI-recognized, obtained August 2021) and positions itself as a Swiss Made supplier of vegan, allergen-free, GMO-free products.

The company's revenue model blends unit-pricing DTC sales (CHF 17.50-42.50 per SKU, free shipping over CHF 50) with professional services revenue from tailor-made B2B formulation, production, and packaging for third-party supplement brands. Go-to-market is hybrid: a multilingual (Italian, English, German, French) e-commerce storefront for B2C, supplemented by trade show presence at Vitafoods (Geneva) and Gulfood (Dubai) for B2B lead generation. Customer segments include Swiss and European health-conscious consumers, athletes (with Swiss Aquatics Training Base endorsement), and supplement brands seeking advanced delivery systems. Newer additions include the Alpion sports line launched at Gulfood Dubai 2025 and Sundalp Liposomal Vitamin E launched in July 2026, with the UAE added to operating geographies alongside Switzerland.

Name

Sferalp SA

Legal name

Sferalp SA

Website

https://sferalp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Sferalp SA is a Swiss dietary supplement company that uses patented Sundalp liposomal technology to formulate and sell wellness and sports nutrition products directly via e-commerce, while also providing contract B2B formulation and manufacturing services to nutraceutical brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Dietary Supplements

NAICS

Fats and Oils Refining and Blending (311225), Food (Health) Supplement Retailers (456191)

SIC

Food And Kindred Products (2000), Medicinal Chemicals & Botanical Products (2833)

akta.pro primary industry

Sports Nutrition (Protein, Creatine, Pre-Workout/Intra-Workout) (CRADAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Multivitamins & Daily Packs (CRADAGAC)

Keywords

• Liposomal supplements
• Dietary supplements
• Nutraceutical formulations
• Sports nutrition
• Contract manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Monteggio

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Personnel

Revenue model

1. Direct-to-Consumer Dietary Supplements: Sale of proprietary liposomal dietary supplements through e-commerce platform. Products include Sundalp (liposomal supplements) and Sundalp Performance (sports nutrition) lines. Customers purchase directly through the website with shipping to Switzerland and international markets.
2. B2B Formulation Services: Tailor-made formulation services for companies in the supplement, nutraceutical, and applied research sectors. Services include formulation development, production, and packaging for third-party brands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Sferalp SA formulates, develops, produces, and markets proprietary liposomal dietary supplements (Sundalp line) and sports nutrition products (Sundalp Performance line) sold direct-to-consumer through its own e-commerce platform, while also providing tailor-made formulation, development, production, and packaging services to nutraceutical and supplement brands under its patented Sundalp liposomal technology.

Product overview

Sferalp SA is a Swiss dietary supplement company founded in 2019 as a spin-off of Micro Sphere SA, specializing in the formulation, development, production, and marketing of high-quality nutritional supplements. The company operates two main product lines: Sundalp (liposomal supplements using proprietary patented technology for enhanced absorption) and Sundalp Performance (sports nutrition including whey proteins and creatine). Sundalp products include Boswellia, Turmeric, Vitamin C+Lingonberry, Vitamin E, Zinc+Biotin, Zinc+Vit C, Iron+Vit C, and Magnesium formulations—all utilizing the patented Sundalp liposomal technology. Sundalp Performance products feature whey protein isolates in various sizes and flavors. The company also offers formulation and contract manufacturing services for the supplement, nutraceutical, and applied research sectors, with proprietary technologies including DISSOLIDA (powdered format) and SEFO (self-emulsifying formulated oil).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Sundalp: Liposomal supplement brand featuring patented technology for improved absorption of natural extracts. Products include Boswellia, Turmeric, Magnesium, and Vitamin formulations in capsule form.
• Sundalp Performance
• Alpion

Products and services

• Boswellia Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp supplement containing Boswellia serrata extract (70% boswellic acids) with Vitamin E for cell protection from oxidative stress; sold as a 60-day supply to health-conscious consumers and athletes.
• Boswellia+Turmeric Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp supplement combining full-spectrum Curcuma longa extract and Boswellia serrata extract for synergistic anti-inflammatory benefits; sold as a 60-day supply.
• Vitamin C+Lingonberry Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp supplement with Vitamin C and concentrated lingonberry extract from wild Scandinavian blueberries; supports normal immune function; 30-day supply.
• Vitamina E Liposomiale Vegan liposomal Sundalp supplement with natural Vitamin E (tocopherols) from sunflower; contributes to cell protection from oxidative stress.
• Zinc+Biotin Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp supplement combining zinc and biotin for maintenance of normal hair, skin, bones, and nails, with biotin supporting normal psychological function.
• Zinc+Vit C Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp supplement with Vitamin C and zinc for normal immune function and cell protection from oxidative stress.
• Iron+Vit C Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp iron supplement with Vitamin C to enhance iron absorption; supports immune function and reduces tiredness and fatigue.
• Magnesium Liposomiale Liposomal Sundalp magnesium supplement supporting reduction of tiredness, normal nervous system function, and normal muscle function.
• Whey Protein Isolate Sundalp Performance partially hydrolyzed whey protein isolate produced via CFM cross-flow microfiltration for high purity and non-denatured protein; available in 500g or 1000g sizes in Strawberry and Vanilla flavors; contains Sundalp-M proprietary blend.
• Speed Whey Protein Isolate Sundalp Performance fast-absorbing partially hydrolyzed whey protein with Creapure creatine monohydrate and L-Glutamine, designed for post-workout recovery and lean muscle growth; available in 400g or 1000g sizes.
• B2B Tailor-Made Formulation and Contract Manufacturing Services Tailor-made formulation, development, production, and packaging services offered to companies in the supplement, nutraceutical, and applied research sectors, leveraging over 20 years of formulation experience and proprietary Sundalp liposomal and self-emulsifying technologies.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products contain multilayer lipid dispersion in contact with water or gastric juices for improved digestion and absorption
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Micro Sphere SAcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Sferalp was founded in 2019 as a spin-off from Micro Sphere SA. The company operates within the premises of Micro Sphere SA and leverages the parent company's infrastructure and expertise in formulation development.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Designs for Health: Professional supplement company with a curated portfolio including liposomal products sold primarily through healthcare practitioners. Comparable in targeting premium, efficacy-focused supplement consumers and offering formulation services.
• Seeking Health: Specialty supplement brand offering liposomal and high-bioavailability formulations including liposomal glutathione, vitamin C, and B vitamins. Directly comparable in liposomal delivery technology and DTC premium positioning.
• Pure Encapsulations: Professional-grade supplement brand offering a broad range of liposomal and high-absorption formulations, including liposomal vitamin C, B-complex, and iron. Comparable in offering premium, practitioner-trusted supplements with emphasis on bioavailability.
• DaVinci Laboratories: Specialty supplement manufacturer offering liposomal formulations among a broader professional-grade product line. Comparable as a fellow specialty/liposomal-focused supplement brand targeting practitioners and health-conscious consumers.
• Quicksilver Scientific: US-based liposomal supplement pioneer with proprietary delivery technology for vitamins, minerals, and herbal extracts. Closest direct peer to Sferalp in the liposomal dietary supplement category, with comparable technology-driven positioning and premium DTC focus.
• LivOn Labs: Specialist in liposomal vitamin C and other liposomal nutritional supplements sold via DTC and health practitioner channels. Directly comparable in liposomal formulation expertise and supplement category focus.

Broad incumbents

• NOW Foods: Large US-based supplement manufacturer with an extensive catalog including liposomal products sold globally. A broad incumbent that competes on breadth, scale, and value rather than specialized delivery technology.
• Thorne: Premium US supplement brand with extensive catalog including liposomal offerings, sold via DTC and practitioner channels. Comparable in premium positioning and quality emphasis, but operates at significantly larger scale and broader product breadth.
• Life Extension: Large US-based premium supplement brand with a broad product line including liposomal formulations. Comparable in emphasizing bioavailability and clinically informed formulations, but at much larger scale and broader product depth.

Others

• Micro Sphere SA: Parent company of Sferalp SA, providing formulation development infrastructure and operating as a contract manufacturer for the pharmaceutical and nutraceutical sectors. Directly related as the operational and infrastructural parent supporting Sferalp's production capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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